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ERIC Number: EJ338198
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1986
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Summerhill Revisited: Searching for a Perspective on the Life and Work of A.S. Neill.
Swartz, Ronald
Educational Studies, v17 n2 p195-210 Sum 1986
Chronicles and critiques recent research on the life and work of Neill, to gain a deeper insight on his educational views. Makes extensive use of two books by Jonathan Croall: "Neill of Summerhill" and "All the Best, Neill: Letters from Summerhill." (TRS)
Descriptors: Book Reviews, Educational Change, Educational Innovation, Educational Philosophy, Educational Practices, Educational Research, Educational Theories, Experimental Teaching, Liberalism, Self Determination
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Neill (A S); Reform Efforts; Summerhill School